By Jan K. Seigel | Published February 28, 2013 | Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents | Tagged Tags: Distracted driving, injuries, motor vehicle accidents, teen drivers | Leave a comment
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Data reveals teen driver deaths on the rise in the U.S.
The thought of allowing your son or daughter to get behind the wheel for the very first time without you in the car may be a bit frightening. Even if you trust that your child will make smart decisions when driving, you know that other drivers in New Jersey may not be making safe choices. Read More
Read MoreTask force established to deal with elder abuse cases
Nursing home abuse is a constant problem that appears to be worsening as more baby boomers turn 65 every year. With a growing number of for-profit elder care facilities in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, the chances for residents to be abused or neglected increases as well. We have posted previously on this problem, as Read More
Read MoreBlack ice to be a problem on New Jersey roads
Let’s face it. Between Superstorm Sandy last week’s blizzard and today’s snow forecast, New Jersey has had a rough winter. Road conditions are not the best, which can make travelling treacherous for cars, semi-trucks and buses alike. Many of our readers recall how the recent storm blanketed the Long Island Expressway with so much snow Read More
Read MoreNewark children injured after being hit by car
Parents always take a deep breath and try not to worry about their kids when they go off to school. They do so whether they admit it or not. This is because there are very real dangers in the world: passing cars, street violence and bad influences. When they make it to school and back Read More
Read MorePursuit of profits may lead to abuse and fraud
The proliferation of for-profit nursing homes in New Jersey may offer residents a safe and stable living environment. However, there is a dark side to these homes. Unfortunately, the very people nursing homes are supposed to protect are often victimized and mistreated. Even more tragic, profits are often put before care as facilities work to Read More
Read MoreEuropean swine flu vaccine linked to narcolepsy cases
With the flu outbreak intensifying in the northeast, more people are seeking vaccinations. This is normally a safe and predictable ritual of winter. However, this year’s flu shots could lead to unintended (and severe) consequences. According to a Reuters news report, vaccines created by British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline have led to more than 800 children Read More
Read MoreFDA requires reduction of zolpidem in sleep aids
Prescriptions of sleep aids have exploded in the last decade, with nearly 60 million being given in 2011. Sleeping pills have become so popular that stories of Ambien based antics (cooking meals, sleep walking and sexual encounters without any memory of them the morning after) have become fodder for sketch comedies. However, drowsy driving has Read More
Read MoreChanges coming to nursing home accreditation standards
As competition between nursing homes intensifies, it is common for facilities look for ways to differentiate themselves. A new accreditation program may help New Jersey nursing homes achieve their goals while attracting appropriate clientele. According to a report by Modern Healthcare.com, the Joint Commission has updated its certification standards and has included an option for Read More
Read MoreWhat we hope not to see in 2013
With 2012 in the books, we start our latest post by wishing our readers a happy and prosperous New Year. With that said, we look back on pharmaceutical issues that we hope not to see in 2013. Drug shortages – Hospitals experienced shortages of important medicines to treat cancer, subdue chronic pain and treat viruses. Read More
Read MoreFiery crash leaves one dead, 33 injured
The Long Island Expressway was covered with mangled pieces of charred metal, tires and debris after a chain reaction of crashes occurred Wednesday afternoon. According to an Associated Press report, a tractor trailer crashed into several vehicles travelling on the eastbound lanes. The initial crash set off a series of accidents as passing motorists could Read More
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